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Two Milan Insiders Share Itineraries for a Perfect Day in Town

Whether you're in town to see athletes compete at the Winter Olympics or planning a summer stay, these expert tips cut through the facade of Italy’s fashion capital.

Luxury boutique stores in Milan’s Galleria Vittorio Emanuele II.

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Welcome to Two Perfect Days, where we profile prominent locals and their favorite haunts. Consider it a complement to our obsessively researched Two-Night Minimum city guide series.

Milan may be known as the fashion capital of Italy, if not the world — but the Olympic Games are a good reminder that it’s also the gateway to one of the most beautiful alpine regions. For this edition of Two Perfect Days, we’ve connected with two Milan locals who’ve fully embraced city life while still taking pride in their mountain roots.